Serving 710 students in grades 7-8, Young J High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Young J H serves the west part of Arlington, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Young J High School's student population of 710 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
710 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
Young J High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Young J High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1742 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young J High School's ranking?
Young J High School is ranked #1742 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Young J High School often compared to?
Young J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Timbers Middle School, Workman J High School, Ousley J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Young J High School?
710 students attend Young J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Young J High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young J High School?
Young J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Young J High School offer ?
Young J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Young J High School part of?
Young J High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Young J High School located?
Young J High School is located in the West Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Arlington.
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